Light Switch Inconsistency

I did a search on my problem with no luck.

We moved into our house this weekend that we have bought and been updating it since Oct 1st. We have noticed that numerous light switches throughout the house do not always work on the first time of being flipped to the 'on' position. It sometimes takes 2 or 3 times before the light comes on.

Has anyone had this problem before? Is this something that will be repaired if I replace the light switches throughout the house?

My buddy stubbie means by three way.... Does the light switch from more than one location. I got tickled when I read your post, couldn't help myself. I am not laughing at you, I'm laughing with you, I promise!

Sorry, I guess I forget how much new homeowners have to learn about their homes. I have a feeling that Joe has the right thought on this problem. It would be very odd to have several switches bad at the same time.

Stubbie

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Turn off the the CB to the circuit you are working on. Check to see if the switches are "stabbed" in the back. If so, wrap the conductor around the actual screws on the switch. Even though "stabbing" is allowed in some areas it is a bad practice. Think about it! As the copper heats up it expands. As it cools down it contracts. Eventually, one ends up with a loose connection and this can cause serious problems. Maybe this will help.